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Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Engineering · Aviation - Maintenance & Engineering High demand Market estimate

Inspect, service and repair aircraft engines, airframes and avionics so every flight is airworthy. Licensed aircraft maintenance engineers work at airports, airlines, cargo operators and maintenance organisations.

Salary Breakdown

$1,300,000 JMD – $2,200,000 JMD
0 - 2 years

Apprentice or junior technician assisting with inspections and routine maintenance. Indicative market estimate, not a published salary scale.

Estimated Take-Home Pay

Based on the midpoint of the Entry salary range ($1,750,000 JMD), after NIS, NHT, Education Tax, and PAYE.

Est. Net / Month$135,358 JMD
Est. Net / Year$1,624,306 JMD
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Gross (annual)
$1,750,000 JMD
NIS (3%)
−$52,500 JMD
NHT (2%)
−$35,000 JMD
Education Tax
−$38,193 JMD
PAYE Income Tax
−$0 JMD
Net (annual)
$1,624,306 JMD

Estimate only — illustrative rates and thresholds, not tax advice. Confirm current figures with Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) and the National Insurance Scheme (NIS).

Career Path Roadmap

  1. 1

    Build Science Foundations

    CSEC Mathematics, Physics and English A are required; Electrical and Electronic Technology helps.

    Secondary school
  2. 2

    Complete Approved Training

    Study at an aviation maintenance training organisation approved by civil aviation authorities.

    2 - 3 years
  3. 3

    Gain Practical Experience

    Work under supervision at an airline or maintenance organisation to log required experience.

    2 years
  4. 4

    Earn Your AME Licence

    Pass the Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority licence exams for airframe, powerplant or avionics categories.

    6 months - 1 year
  5. 5

    Add Type Ratings

    Get certified on specific aircraft types to sign off work and advance to senior roles.

    Ongoing
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Required Education

  • CSEC Mathematics, Physics and English A
  • Diploma or degree from an approved aircraft maintenance programme
  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licence

Common Local Certifications

  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence - Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority
  • Aircraft Type Ratings
  • FAA A&P Certificate (advantage for international work)

Where to Train

University of Technology, Jamaica

Kingston & St. Andrew · Public University
Accredited 17 accredited programmes

A recommended place to train as a Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Local Institutions Offering Programs

  • Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority - licensing body, not a training provider
  • Approved aircraft maintenance training organisations
  • University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech) - engineering foundations